Therapists for college students near Philadelphia, PA
Reaching out for help can be a difficult decision. It is crucial to find a therapist who displays warmth, compassion, empathy, attentiveness and a safe space to facilitate self-understanding and healing. As a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor, my approach focuses on helping you find specific personality strengths to promote growth while increasing self-awareness. I have comprehensive experience and training in treating anxiety, depression, PTSD, relationship conflict, grief and addiction. I am flexible in adapting my therapeutic approach to support your unique needs. Solution focused therapy, mindfulness based stress reduction, cognitive behavioral therapy and psychodynamic therapy are the core tools I utilize to promote your well-being.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over ten years of experience working as a dynamic psychotherapist. I am a deeply empathic therapist, whose warmth and humor help to create a safe environment for self-exploration, growth and empowerment. Together with my clients, I work to forge a new story about themselves and the world that comes from a place of strength and acceptance. I aim to help my clients live a richer life, engage in more fulfilling relationships with themselves and others, and embrace opportunities. I have worked extensively with people recovering from addictions and trauma. I am certified in couples and family therapy, and work with families coping with addiction. I enjoy working individually with women on self-development. Areas of interest: trauma, loss, anxiety, depression, life transitions, young adulthood, exploring family and childhood. The struggles of transition to young adulthood are of particular interest to me. This time of life is so full of possibility; simultaneously exciting and scary. I have a great deal of experience working with students, as my office is minutes from the University of Pennsylvania and Drexel University.
College. Relationships. Stress. Anxiety. ADHD. Feels like it's all in a blender together, right? But guess what? You don't have to be stuck in that smoothie. I specialize in helping college students like you navigate this crazy time of life. We'll talk through the relationship stuff, figure out ways to manage stress and anxiety, and even build strategies for conquering that pesky ADHD beast. Ready to stop feeling overwhelmed and start thriving? Schedule your free consultation call. Let's create a college experience that's not just about surviving, but about actually feeling empowered and freaking awesome. Call, text or email me today! vprisco@victoriaprisco.net, 215.290.4090
Modern Intervention Strategies specializes in helping people with stress management skills to become the best version of themselves.
We’re glad that you’re here! We understand that for many, reaching out is a difficult thing. Know that in doing so, you are one step closer to experiencing the benefits that therapy can offer. We focus on individualized care designed to help you manage stress, anxiety and mood, improve your relationships, and navigate life changes. Our mission is to empower you to face challenges with greater confidence and ease. We would love the opportunity to connect and see if our practice would be a good fit. Please call or email to schedule an initial consultation call.
My office is a safe space for teens, young adults, and families of all communities to feel heard and supported. I specialize in high school and college issues, strengthening relationships, and supporting young folx in the LGBTQ+ community in navigating their identity journey. I provide customized goal setting, action planning, and take-home tools for each of my clients; and I work with your schedule, offering both evening and weekend office hours. Check my website to learn more about how I can support you!
I believe that therapy should set you up to live real life, so I’m all about helping my clients develop coping skills to deal with life’s stressors and challenges. Let’s be honest - fixing all of your problems isn’t very realistic, is it?? I also emphasize being realistic about how our minds work. How many times have you had an unpleasant thought or emotion that you tried to banish from your mind once and for all, just to notice that the thought or emotion came back? That’s why I work with clients to change their relationship with distressing thoughts, emotions, and symptoms instead of trying to avoid or change them. I support my clients in recognizing that as long as we don’t let distressing thoughts and feelings overpower us, we are free to make choices that add up to create a fulfilling life. My therapeutic style is very collaborative and inquisitive. I believe that therapy is a group project between my client and me, meaning that it is important for clients to be engaged in therapy and apply what they learn in therapy to their own lives outside of session. I’m the type of therapist that asks open-ended questions to help my clients make connections between their past and their present lives and between their internal experiences and external environment. Therapy is a long game, so to speak. I believe in the importance in supporting my clients in taking their time to build better understanding of the self, as well as learning helpful coping skills. We’ll go at your pace - there’s no rush!
I believe all individuals have inherent skills and wisdom to heal. As a Psychotherapist, I create a compassionate, collaborative, and trusting relationship where you feel seen, heard, and valued. I specialize in Maternal Mental Health, including Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders, as well as treating individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, and grief. I will be an active member in the therapy process, making sure you never feel alone and sitting in each moment with you. It is my hope that we can work together to heal your pain and help create the change you desire.
Through my experiences as a therapist, I have seen how life stressors, past experiences, and genetics can all play a role in the difficulties of our lives. My hope is that we can create a safe environment to enable you to grow and adapt to what life has to offer and start to explore the things that may be holding us back. I have worked with individuals and couples struggling with Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Adjustment Disorders, ADD, ADHD, Marital Conflict, issues surrounding substance abuse, and issues surrounding gender and identity. I specialize in working with individuals who identify as LGBTQ+. I offer a free phone consultation to help you determine if my services are a good fit for you or your family! Sliding scale rates are available upon consultation.
Let's Talk Therapy! This is an opportunity for you to improve your life to be the best version of yourself. I am assertive in my approach and my clients express that they appreciate how interactive I am in session, especially with providing tangible action items to implement in their lives. It is is my job to help you work through and navigate life transitions, mental health concerns, relationship issues etc. by utilizing my training, experience and expertise. I have worked in a variety of diverse settings including community mental health, domestic violence agencies, private practice, and colleges. I have had extensive training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Trauma informed therapeutic approaches. I utilize proven practices that work to address mental health issues such as: adjustment concerns, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, impulse control, emotion dysregulation and relationship issues.
Everything is energy and energy connects everything. Our practice combines mindfulness based cognitive therapy, meditation and other eclectic stress reduction techniques to bring clarity and meaning to your environment. We teach you how to be intentional with your thoughts, the power of the breath, creating your reality, and overcoming obstacles simply by resetting & re-centering your emotions. Shaakira is a Licensed Practitioner in the State of Pa with over twenty years experience in Behavioral Health. Her modality is Holistic Therapy which supports the aligment of Mind (Mental Health), Body, (Physical Health), Emotional and Spiritual, Ailments is not a isolated problem, an imbalance in one aspect of self causes distress in the other. This practice brings a harmonious alignment to all elements of a person With a Dual Masters in Social Work and Public Health, Shaakira is trained to examine the entire person including family dynamics, the effects of trauma, socialization, ecology, and environment. Her innovative techniques combines cognitive behavior therapy with mindfulness, introspective activities, metaphysics and of course holistic practices. As a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional she will treat the symptoms of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder while educating you on the effects of chronic stress on the body and mind. Her prescription is meditation and self awareness, to dig into layers of stored emotions and to challenge cognitive distortions and limiting beliefs. In addition, as a Board Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, Shaakira can offer guided hypnosis to facilitate awareness of the subconscious mind. "There is no Greater Agony than Bearing an Untold Story Inside You."- Maya Angelou At Synchronicity we take a deeper look at every auspice of life. Our approach is rooted in Eastern Philosophy and we believe everything in life has meaning and is connected. Together, we look at all aspects of limiting beliefs, unconscious trauma, and socilized attachments to create a individualized treatment modality to simply bring alignment into your life. Our goal for you is to: Be Brave, Be Magical & Be Well!
I am a passionate Licensed Social Worker in the state of Pennsylvania. I have years of direct experience working with diverse populations within community outpatient mental health clinics, the criminal justice system, eating disorder facilities, and working with those struggling with co-occurring disorders. My goal is to empower individuals to develop the confidence and skills to help improve their overall quality of life. My approach is to make you feel comfortable, safe, seen, heard, and validated. I recognize the importance of meeting you where you are at and I will be here to help guide and support you. Starting therapy might feel intimidating, so I acknowledge how hard it may feel to reach out and take that first step. But I hope you find the value in beginning this journey. Let’s connect and see if it’s a good fit!
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Our practice specializes in working with challenges related to trauma and attachment, both in childhood and adulthood. This includes sexual/relationship violence, family of origin challenges (including ACOA issues), and childhood abuse and neglect. This also includes supporting young adults in understanding their own attachment patterns and gaining insight into their patterns in order to increase their ability to find, seek out, and maintain healthy relationships. We offer EMDR and many other trauma modalities.
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I am here to support you step into your authentic self. The individuals, couples, and family constellations I work with are committed to making real changes in their lives. I will meet you with an unconditional, warm, empathetic environment to soften into while we face and process some of the things that hurt, bewilder, or confuse you the most. By doing so, the goal is to release that which is no longer yours to carry and align with the most authentic version of yourself. Our work includes making meaning of your experiences and relationships. Through our work, patterns and struggles become illuminated and change can come in.
About This IOP: This program is geared towards helping young people who may be facing various pressures and stressors during this transitional phase of life. The Virtual IOP will focus on addressing challenges specific to young adults facing new responsibilities of “adulting” and being successful in their day-to-day lives. Areas of Focus: • Develop healthy & adaptive coping skills • Identify life goals • Foster skills necessary for independent living • Gain mutual support from peers of the same age • Increase awareness of mental health issues • Decrease patterns of isolating behavior
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Going to college is very exciting and it is a great time for new experiences. However, college can also be overwhelming, anxiety-producing and stressful. These feelings are very common and there are so many people like you who are suffering in silence. I am here to listen and help you explore your feelings and emotions and feel more in control. Asking for help can be hard and by reading this you are taking the first step. I will provide a confidential, non-judgmental, and collaborative environment for you to explore your stressors and work towards making your college experience the most meaningful for you.
The DBT Center of Pennsylvania provides comprehensive, adherent Dialectical Behavior Therapy for adults seeking lasting change in emotion regulation, relationships, and overall mental health. Through evidence-based, structured DBT, clients learn practical skills to build a life that feels more stable, connected, and worth living.